Teresa J. Baca
HR & Design
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Motivated professional with extensive entrepreneurial and management experience. Proven ability to build and sustain strong relationships with colleagues, staff, and clients while overseeing administrative functions and employee management. Demonstrates effective leadership and teamwork skills, applying business acumen to achieve and surpass organizational objectives.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner / Designer (Freelance, Part-Time)
@DeLaBacaDesignCo
01.2021 - Current
- Lead client consultations, manage project planning, and oversee all phases of design projects from inception to completion.
- Coordinate schedules, vendors, materials, and budgets, ensuring adherence to project and safety standards.
- Create digital presentations, maintain thorough documentation, and deliver exceptional client experiences.
Human Resources Generalist II / HRIS Administrator
Donor Network of Arizona
01.2015 - 01.2023
- Supported comprehensive HR administration, including policy development, compliance oversight, employee relations, and documentation management.
- Managed HRIS functionality, reporting, workflows, and system accuracy to ensure smooth HR operations.
- Collaborated with leadership on DE&I initiatives and drove improvements in HR processes.
- Maintained up-to-date employee data, ensured reporting accuracy, and prepared for audits to uphold organizational standards.
Recruiting Lead & HR Generalist
U-Haul International
01.2008 - 01.2015
- Directed full-cycle recruiting for high-volume positions, managed job requisitions, and developed robust talent pipelines.
- Supervised a team of recruiters and monitored key performance indicators such as time-to-fill and candidate quality.
- Optimized recruitment workflows and enhanced the candidate experience through process improvements.
- Partnered with hiring managers to align staffing strategies with organizational objectives.
Interior Designer - Model Homes, Builder Services
InterPlan Design Group
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Developed floorplans, selected finishes, created presentations, and designed interior concepts for builder clients.
- Coordinated client walkthroughs, managed installation schedules, and ensured timely delivery of project milestones.
- Maintained design accuracy, adhered to timelines, and facilitated stakeholder satisfaction throughout projects.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ01.2016
Associate of Interior Design -
Scottsdale Community College
Scottsdale, AZ01.2014
Skills
- Talent acquisition leadership
- HRIS and ATS management
- Onboarding and engagement
- Project and process management
- DE&I leadership
- HR operations
- Analytics and reporting
- Documentation management
- User experience enhancement
- Staffing solutions
- Spatial design management
- ADP Workforce & Cornerstone on Demand expertise
- Design software proficiency
- Budget oversight
- Vendor coordination
- Problem-solving skills
- Attention to detail
- Process improvement strategies
- Client engagement optimization
Certification
- SHRM-CP (Certified Professional)
- Workplace Investigations Certificate - Employers Council
- U-Haul University HR Generalist Certification
- Mastering the HR Generalist Role - SHRM
Timeline
Owner / Designer (Freelance, Part-Time)
@DeLaBacaDesignCo
01.2021 - Current
Human Resources Generalist II / HRIS Administrator
Donor Network of Arizona
01.2015 - 01.2023
Recruiting Lead & HR Generalist
U-Haul International
01.2008 - 01.2015
Interior Designer - Model Homes, Builder Services
InterPlan Design Group
01.2006 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Interior Design
Northern Arizona University
Associate of Interior Design -
Scottsdale Community College